Pronunciation of 'Mastectomy'
The word 'mastectomy' refers to a surgical procedure for removing one or both breasts, partially or completely, typically to treat or prevent breast cancer. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'mastectomy' originates from the Greek words 'mastós' meaning 'breast' and 'ektomē' meaning 'excision'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A surgical procedure for removing one or both breasts, partially or completely, typically to treat or prevent breast cancer.
Pronounced as 'mas-TEK-tuh-mee', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mas' as in 'mass', 'tek' as in 'tech', and 'tuh-mee' as in 'tummy'.